Job description / Role
Work in Kuwait is contingent upon the applicant's ability to obtain a work permit from the State of Kuwait, which is requested on the applicant's behalf by their employer. Effective January 1, 2021, the Kuwait Public Authority of Manpower issued new work permit regulations, informing contractors that it will not issue a work permit to any individual who is fifty-nine (59) years or older and holds a high school grade certificate or less. A bachelor's degree or higher is required for all candidates fifty-nine (59) years or older. See Administrative Decision No. (520) of 2020 AD - Amendment to the Administrative Decision No. (552) of 2018 on Issuing the Work Permit Regulations. Candidates with a current Visa 18 (residency visa) are excluded from the education requirement.
Purpose: The Armament Manager will manage activities and personnel engaged in the maintenance, repair of small arms, field artillery and armament fire control systems.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Manages a professional team encompassing a wide range of functions within the discipline:
- Evaluates staff, comparing objectives and achievements in staff assessments.
- Coaches and mentors employees in their professional career development and process improvements.
- Issues disciplinary or corrective actions when required.
- Recommends termination or contract non-renewal when appropriate.
- Serves as the subject matter expert for armament issues and equipment.
- Directs the identification and troubleshooting of ITAS, CROWS, fire control and LRU malfunctions.
- Establish removal and replacement procedures of items that are unserviceable and beyond repair capabilities.
- Ensure compliance of regulations and procedures for security, accountability and shipment of weapons.
- Provide daily guidance and assistance to maintenance personnel assigned to the maintenance of armament items.
- Ensures personnel accomplish armament repair with the appropriate equipment and tools.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Specialized Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Must possess the appropriate verbal and written communications skills to conduct meetings, prepares reports, execute plans and working instructions.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
Requirements
Education:
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Accredited Armament repair training required.
Experience:
- 10 years of supervisory experience and a comprehensive knowledge of governing regulations, policies and procedures.
- 5 years of experience in small arms, field artillery and armament systems repair and overhaul.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the Logistics STAMIS system currently in use and must have the ability to properly monitor production for compliance within scheduling directives, cost factors, and other applicable standards.
- Comprehensive knowledge of governing regulations, policies, and procedures.
Certification, License & Clearance:
- Must have a current , valid driver's license.
- Ability to obtain SAAR approval for NIPR access required.
- Secret Clearance is required.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Active Clearance is required : Must have an active Tier 3 Secret U.S. Government clearance.
Note: U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain a Tier 3 Secret clearance.
Work Environment, Physical Demands & Mental Demands:
- Ability to perform job duties efficiently and effectively.
- Must be able to work in extreme environmental conditions including dust and high temperatures.
- Must be able to endure long hours, exposure to weather and hazardous conditions.
- Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.
About the Company
Amentum is a premier global technical and engineering services partner supporting critical programs of national significance across defense, security, intelligence, energy, and environment. We draw from a century-old heritage of operational excellence, mission focus, and successful execution underpinned by a strong culture of safety and ethics.